South Western Railway First Class
If you’re after South Western Railway (SWR) First Class tickets, look no further. At Trainline, we’ll show you what exactly is on offer, from luxurious seats to extra legroom and much more. Don’t be put off by the thought of paying more than you would in Standard either, as there are ways to find cheap First Class train tickets too! Read on for a complete guide to South Western Railway First Class.
What do you get with South Western Railway in First Class?
As well as all the usual amenities you'll find in Standard Class on South Western Railway trains (luggage racks, toilets, bike storage, etc.), travelling in First Class means you get access to a few extra perks before and during your trip.
South Western Railway can whisk you from London to places like Portsmouth, Bournemouth or Southampton in no time. The added benefits of travelling in First Class on SWR trains during your journey include:
- Wider luxurious leather seats
- Extra legroom
- Larger tables
- Power sockets at seats
- Aircharge - a complimentary wireless charging system integrated into the tables. simply place a compatible device onto the charging pad
South Western Railway First Class seating plan
You’ll normally find that First Class seating on South Western Railway trains will be signposted by the door. The seats are more spaced out than in Standard Class, although they follow the same arrangement on either sitting at a table of four or two seats next to each other. The extra option in First Class are single seats with their own table, perfect for solo travellers who want their own space.
Popular South Western Railway First Class routes
Check out our guides to travelling First Class on some of South Western Railway’s most popular routes.
London to Bournemouth
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Departs from |
London Waterloo |
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Arrives into |
Bournemouth |
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First Class lounge |
None |
Find out more about taking the train from London to Bournemouth.
London to Portsmouth
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Departs from |
London Waterloo |
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Arrives into |
Portsmouth Harbour |
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First Class lounge |
None |
Learn more about travelling from London to Portsmouth by train.
London to Axminster
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Departs from |
London Waterloo |
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Arrives into |
Axminster |
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First Class lounge |
None |
Read our guide to travelling from London to Axminster by train.
How to get cheap South Western Railway First Class tickets
There are different ways you can get cheap South Western Railway First Class train tickets without having to pay over the odds. Our top tips for saving money on First Class train tickets are:
Travel Off-Peak
Tickets for travel during Off-Peak hours (anytime outside of Monday to Friday rush hours) are normally cheaper, plus the trains are usually quieter too.
Book in advance
South Western Railway usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks before the departure date, usually at their cheapest price. So, book your tickets as early as possible if you want to save a pretty penny or two.
Use a Railcard
There are several Railcards in the UK you can use to save up to 1/3 on First Class train tickets. Check out which one you might be eligible for and buy online on our Railcards page.
Search for split tickets
‘Splitting’ your journey into several sections and buying tickets for each part can sometimes be cheaper than buying a single ticket on longer journeys. Our ticket-splitting app feature, SplitSave, does the hard part for you.
Good to know (FAQs)
What does South Western Railway First Class include?
As well as more spacious and comfortable seating, First Class on South Western Railway trains includes comfortable leather seats and wireless charging points.
Can I use South Western Railway’s First Class lounge?
South Western Railway don't have any First Class lounges available at UK stations.
Find out more about South Western Railway
Want to know more about South Western Railway? Check out some of our guides to travelling with SWR and by train in Great Britain for info on train times, Season tickets and more.